Dude, your worries about that little bit of barrel catching on something are silly. The extra barrel protruding wont be any more likely to hang up on something than the full slide and barrel would. It sure seems like a much simpler and cost-effective method of getting what you're looking for. Cutting down a full G20 ruins a frame. For a little over a $100 you can drop in an extended G29 barrel and be shooting before the sun goes down.

Having my own chronograph, I've tested the velocity of many different kinds of 10MM ammo shot out of all sorts of different barrels and lengths. The lost velocity in a G29 compared to the same ammo out of a G20 is measurable - with some loads more than others - but it's such a small difference that I wouldn't let it bother me at all. The exact load you use will make a MUCH larger difference than the barrel length will. G29's usually spit them out about 50 FPS slower than a stock G20 will, and a 6" hunting barrel in a G20 only gives you an extra 50 to 75 FPS over the stock barrel.

Actually I'd suggest you forget the whole thing and keep your G29 as small and concealable as possible. You've already made the biggest difference you can easily make just by choosing a 10MM instead of a .40 Short & Weak.

i have even thouht about cutting a 20 frame down t 29 size. it has been discussed here before and i haven't heard many who have done it or their experiences if they have. Now here is someone who has made a 26 ls an article why and video on how they like it so far.

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Just out of curiosity, what does your FFL charge for a transfer? Mine, the last time I asked was $35, but it might have gone up. That was more than a couple of years ago. Again, you are correct, it is still cheaper than a G29 purchase.

i have even thouht about cutting a 20 frame down t 29 size. it has been discussed here before and i haven't heard many who have done it or their experiences if they have. Now here is someone who has made a 26 ls an article why and video on how they like it so far.

To each his own. i am still thinking whis would be a great alternative.

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Yes, I'm not understanding the hate. The primary drawback of a Glock 20 for concealed carry is how large the grip is. Cutting it down to G29 eliminates that. And it's not like I'm affecting the overall structural integrity. The part that takes the pressure will be untouched. Worst thing that happens is that I screw it up. Oh well, got a G20 SF frame for it to be on.

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